Oct 15, 2025 · A brain tumor can form in the brain cells (as shown), or it can begin elsewhere and spread to the brain. As the tumor grows, it creates pressure on and changes the function of …

Oct 15, 2025 · Explore diagnosis and treatment options for brain tumors at Mayo Clinic, including advanced techniques and personalized care to improve outcomes and quality of life.

Jun 11, 2025 · Overview Brain tumor surgery is a procedure to remove a mass of unhealthy cells in the brain. A tumor may be cancerous, also called malignant, or noncancerous, also called benign. Brain …

Dec 19, 2024 · Glioblastoma is a type of cancer that starts as a growth of cells in the brain or spinal cord. It grows quickly and can invade and destroy healthy tissue. Glioblastoma forms from cells …

Dec 18, 2025 · Atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (ATRT) is a rare, fast-growing brain or spinal tumor in children. Learn about its symptoms and treatment.

Nov 7, 2025 · Learn about the diagnosis and treatment for this type of glioma brain tumor. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Aug 19, 2025 · Craniopharyngioma is a rare type of noncancerous brain tumor. Craniopharyngioma begins as a growth of cells near the brain's pituitary gland. The pituitary gland makes hormones that …

Oct 8, 2025 · Oligodendroglioma usually forms in the brain. More rarely, it can form in the spinal cord. As the tumor grows, it can press on brain or spinal cord tissue and cause symptoms. Symptoms depend …

A brain tumor can put pressure on the skull or cause seizures or other symptoms. Removing a piece of the skull during a craniotomy gives the surgeon access to the brain to remove the tumor.

Apr 25, 2025 · Skull base tumors are abnormal growths at the base of the skull that can be benign or cancerous and cause symptoms such as headaches, dizziness and nosebleeds. Treatment may …